Question 1

What routes can Ganciclovir be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IV, PO, Intravitreal.

Question 2

Is Ganciclovir a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Ganciclovir is not federally scheduled in the US. Controlled-drug status differs by country — verify your local rules.

Question 3

What are the warnings or contraindications for Ganciclovir?

Accepted Answer

Myelosuppressive — monitor CBC. Teratogenic and carcinogenic. Handle with gloves. Renal dose adjustment required.

Question 4

What are the side effects of Ganciclovir?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Ganciclovir: Myelosuppressive — monitor CBC. Teratogenic and carcinogenic. Handle with gloves. Renal dose adjustment required.

Question 5

How does Ganciclovir work?

Accepted Answer

Phosphorylated by viral kinase to triphosphate form which inhibits CMV DNA polymerase and incorporates into viral DNA causing chain termination.

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